A randomized 25 question test from a pool of 761 questions, good luck!
IN IPv4 both static and dynamic addressing can be used in conjunction with each other. Which of the situations below needs to be focused on when using both addressing options?
There are several layer within the a typical DCS., each with it's own responsibilities. Which of the levels below is responsible for the maintenance and configuration of the control system?
In Modbus, data is read, and written in various memory ranges. Which of the answers below best represents the data type that a holding registers would use?
Which of the components below best represents the letter "C"?
HMI networks are needed to expand or contract as required over their lifetime of use. Which of the networking types below will solve multiple DA server scalability issues?
The standard recommended by ISA-18.2 is for 3-4 priority level alarms to be used. Which of the alarm priority levels below can best be described as aggressive upset conditions that would require operator intervention within an appropriate time period?
IPv4 network classes can also be defined by the IP address they use. Which of the answers corresponds best to the address in row "I"?
In the protocol specifications of Modbus, there are standard 5 and 6 digit addresses, each address starting with a specific number for the register type. Which number below starts the input status registers addresses?
A modern DCS needs to be able to respond to growing demands. Which of the terms below is best defined as the measure of a system's ability to increase or decrease in performance and cost in response to changes in application and system processing demands.
There are several data access methods used to transmit data. Which of the answers below can be described as a method that is suitable for larger networks?
Modbus has standard command codes to allow the master to access information from it's slaves. Which of the commands below would be used to request the content of the slaves input register # 30009?
The numerous tasks that are accomplished at the same time in a DCS, is a result of the configured software programs that it has . Which of the software programs below will governed by IEC-61804-2?
In data transmission, a defined area of geographical coverage is commonly called an area network. Which of the area networks below is the second largest in area covered?
In IPv4, which of the protocols below has the additions of delivery acknowledgement and fragmentation/defragmentation?
In the protocol specifications of Modbus, there are only four types of registers that can be accessed by the master. Which of the terms below is best described as a analog input memory location?
In the process conditions model, there are transition points between the stages of operating conditions. Which of the answers below is the transition point between the abnormal to shutdown conditions?
A DDE protocol has 3 components to a "handle". Which of the components below would best be described as the name of a unique data source is contained inside of a DDE topic?
There are two types of Ethernet connector cables. Which type of connector cable is pictured below?
The standard recommended by ISA-18.2 is for 3-4 priority level alarms to be used. Which of the alarm priority levels below should have the longest response times?
Which of the signal transmission systems below best describes the operation of an Ethernet cord?
Which component of a wired Ethernet network has provisions for interfacing with the OSI model physical and data link layer?
The data transmission in HDX mode travels in _____ direction(s)? Choose the best answer from the ones provided to fill in the blank
Each network layer for a DCS has it's own specialized equipment or software. Which of the layers below would allow various workstations to receive data from servers and controllers?
Which of the answers below is not a common fiber optic connector in the instrumentation field? Choose the answer that best applies.
There are several advanced alarm methods available that provide a greater level of functionality. Which of the methods below makes adjustments to alarms attributes using a processes operating state to be the basis for modifications to an alarm using advanced logic?